Essays about: "Saab Automobile"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 22 essays containing the words Saab Automobile.

  1. 1. The case of Saab Automobile AB; From core capabilities into core rigidities - A trajectory towards demise

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Giacomo Buzzoni; Magnus Eklund; [2016-09-21]
    Keywords : Automotive; M A; Cultural clash; Sustained competitive advantages; Core capabilities; Core rigidities; Dynamic capabilities; Reconfiguration;

    Abstract : This master thesis is addressing the case of Saab Automobile AB, creating a full historical reconstruction using primarily extensive quotes derived from semi-structured interviews with former Saab employees and other relevant actors. The aim is to depict and discuss the roots behind the company’s historically unique capabilities and its trajectory towards failure, together with the influence of General Motors’ ownership in this detrimental process. READ MORE

  3. 2. Simulation Driven Product Development : How it can be combined with Lean Philosophy to achieve increased product development efficiency

    University essay from KTH/Industriell produktion

    Author : Sara Johansson; [2012]
    Keywords : Simulation driven product development; Simulation driven design; Lean Product;

    Abstract : During the last decades the product lifecycle has been shortened and as a consequence the majority of manufacturing companies have focused on decrease the time to market. Several companies within the automotive industry have during the last years implemented Simulation Driven Product Development as a method to reduce lead time, increase quality and reduce development cost for their products. READ MORE

  4. 3. Adhesive Intense Body Structure

    University essay from Blekinge Tekniska Högskola/Sektionen för ingenjörsvetenskap

    Author : Javad Esmaeili; [2011]
    Keywords : Adhesive joining; Spot welding; Hybrid bonding; Car body; Assembly process; Joint configuration.;

    Abstract : Adhesive bonding is employed along with spot welding to a hybrid joining method and applied to the left hand side door opening section of the SAAB 95 sedan to increase strength and decrease weight and cost of the parts and assembly process. Advantages of hybrid bonding are explored regarding several aspects of automobile design and manufacturing. READ MORE

  5. 4. Measurement Improvement and Optimization Using Scanning Technology at SAAB AB, Linköping

    University essay from KTH/Industriell produktion

    Author : Johny Plasid Palma; Moshin Iqbal; [2011]
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    Abstract : This master thesis is a development project that is carried out for process improvement and automation for the measurement equipment at “SAAB AB”, Linköping focusing on several sections including sheet metal, welding and pipe bending sections. Those are the core sections of the manufacturing of the latest fighter systems from “SAAB AB” such as Gripen, Neuron (unmanned aircraft) and other development projects. READ MORE

  6. 5. Measurement Improvement and Optimization Using Scanning Technology  at SAAB AB, Linköping

    University essay from KTH/Industriell produktion

    Author : Mohsin Iqbal; Johny Plasid Palma; [2011]
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    Abstract : This master thesis is a development project that is carried out for process improvement and automation for the measurement equipment at “SAAB AB”, Linköping focusing on several sections including sheet metal, welding and pipe bending sections. Those are the core sections of the manufacturing of the latest fighter systems from “SAAB AB” such as Gripen, Neuron (unmanned aircraft) and other development projects. READ MORE